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2-Hour Small Group Tour To Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
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From $35.55 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Joining a small group tour to visit the Forbidden City and Coal Hill park is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Chinese history. The Forbidden City, with its intricate architecture and rich cultural significance, offers visitors a glimpse into the opulent lives of China's emperors. Walking through its grand halls and expansive courtyards, you can't help but feel the weight of centuries of history. And when you climb to the top of Coal Hill park, you'll be rewarded with panoramic views of Beijing's skyline, providing a striking contrast to the ancient structures below. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you'll gain a deeper understanding of China's past and how it has shaped present-day society. So grab your camera, put on some comfortable shoes, and get ready for an unforgettable journey through time.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Entry Tickets Included: No onsite ticketpurchasing stress—we take care of it.
- Expert Guide: Knowledgeable guide shares stories, history and trivia to enrich your visit.
- Small Group Tour: Personalized attention + budgetfriendly.Top Climb: Breathtaking Views of Forbidden City & Beijing Skyline.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Beijing
Sightseeing at Forbidden City.
Continued
Beijing
Leisure at Jingshan Park.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Professional guide Forbidden city entrance fee Entry/Admission - Forbidden City-The Palace Museum Entry/Admission - Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian) Entry/Admission - Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian) Entry/Admission - The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
Not Included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off Gratuites food
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and other items you may need Sunscreen, hat, and money for personal expenses Please don't forget to bring your passport, you may be refused entry without it
Restrictions
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions This tour is not recommended for travelers with physical/visual impairments or mobility restrictions due to varied terrain (underground passages, stairs) and the length of the tour. Please note that this tour covers 4 hours of walking This tour is not recommended for travelers with physical/visual impairments or mobility restrictions due to varied terrain (underground passages, stairs) and the length of the tour. Please note that this tour covers 4 hours of walking
Meeting & Pickup
Start time:8:00 or 13:00 Tour departs punctually. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Once the group left, you are unable to join the tour, and this tour is not refundable. Please give yourself enough time to travel to the meeting point, foreigners may have hard time to get a taxi sometimes. Meeting point: In front of East Gate of the Forbidden City called Donghuamen 故宫东华门(Looking for panda flag) You can reach here by taxi, here is the Chinese name 请带我去故宫东华门. You also can reach here by subway: line 8 at Jingyu Hutong Station, exit C, then walking 700 meters along the Donghuamen Street towards west Please note: this option does not including the visit to the Tian'anmen Square In addition: 1: Your passport will be required during the tour. You may be refused entry to the Forbidden City without one 2: Any size drones, sunscreen spray, selfie stick, luggages/suitcase and camera tripods, paper and pen are not allowed to bring into the Forbidden City. 3: In Peak Season, travel agency’s fast track might be closed at anytime by attractions, in that case everyone have to wait in line, we will try our best to make the trip easy once enter the Forbidden City, thank you for your understanding!
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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